About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Independent Living Communities in Elmwood, OH

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

If you’re looking for independent living in the Elmwood area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Elmwood. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 243 independent living facilities in Elmwood, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lancaster, Chillicothe and Canal Winchester.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Lancaster, Chillicothe and Canal Winchester.

Elmwood Independent Living Facilities | 3457 Reviews

Showing 257 communities
Last Updated: 2/21/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Kingswood Townhomes
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Greenills Village
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Greenills Village
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Waterford Place
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Waterford Place
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Washington School Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Washington School Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Timber Creek Village
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of Timber Creek Village
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Sugar Maple Commons
1010 Photos available
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
IMPORTANT: THIS IS ACTIVE ADULT LIVING. WE DO NOT PROVIDE MEALS OR HEALTHCARE. PLEASE NOTE PRICING OF RENTS ($2000-$3000/MO) TO REFER APPROPRIATE PROSPECTIVE RESIDENTS.
See details
Photo of Hoover Haus
5 star
66%
4 star
0%
3 star
17%
2 star
0%
1 star
17%
See all reviews
There are not enough good things I can say about Hoover Haus. They are top-notch in their care. They treat all their residents with such respect and dignity. They were essential in making my mother's last...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Hoover Haus is an Assisted Living Center dedicated to making it 'Your Haus'. The Center is owned and operated by Grove City Residents. The building was purchased, newly renovated, and decorated to create a homelike environment and provide the services You Need & Desire.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Pickfair Square
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I cannot say enough to say about living in this apartment community just for seniors. It’s clean and secure to live in. It’s very relaxed, pets are allowed for a small monthly rent fee for your pet.....
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Bending Brook
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
100%
See all reviews
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Eastland Manor
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of The Woodlands at Eastland
5 star
0%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
50%
See all reviews
My mom has been here a little over 8 months. I was compelled to write a review since I saw the previous review from 2014 on here. My mom was not here at that time so I cannot speak to the accuracy of that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The best time of your life is when you can relax and enjoy the good life you've earned. At The Woodlands at Eastland, you'll find the amenities you need to enjoy life to its fullest while maintaining your independence. We offer single story garden apartments, private screened patios, full...
Photo of Village Place
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Alkire Gate
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Alkire Gate
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Alkire Gate
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Elmwood, OH

The average cost of senior living in Elmwood is $3,160 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lancaster, OH with an average of $2,624 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elmwood, OH vs. nearby cities

Elmwood, OH
$3,160/mo
$2,975/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elmwood, OH vs. the state and national average

Elmwood, OH
$3,160/mo
$3,809/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elmwood vs. other types of senior living

$4,527/mo
Independent Living
$3,160/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Elmwood, OH by room type

Semi-Private
$4,122/mo
Studio
$4,676/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,333/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,819/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,685/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Elmwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Elmwood

Capital City Hospice in Columbus, OH

5.0
We were very fortunate that The Inn was able to arrange for my dad's hospice care with Capital City Hospice while he was there. They were so very helpful and kind and they helped my mother and myself as well as my dad. I would definitely recommend them

Amber Park Senior Living in Pickerington, OH

4.8
From our first visit to the facility, I have been impressed. The staff is extremely kind and accommodating. The building is very clean and well kept. "Change" for my mom can be challenging, but the staff has handled it all with Grace. We are very pleased to have mom mom reside at Amber Park

Gates Junction in Columbus, OH

5.0
We picked this community because it felt like home. [name removed] and other staff were so nice and friendly. It is a great place to live. I would recommend to other families.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews at Cherry Blossom Senior Living, The Forum at Knightsbridge, Rittenhouse Village Gahanna, Brookdale Trillium Crossing, Redbud Commons, and Wexner Heritage Village Creekside and Cottages praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff. Residents and families express ap ...
Read more
Variety of activities for socializing. Reviews at Cherry Blossom Senior Living, StoryPoint Powell South, The Village A ProMedica Senior Living Community, and StoryPoint Pickerington mention the wide range of activities offered to encourage socializing. Residents enjoy games, parties, musical groups, exercise classes, and more ...
Read more
Properly maintained living spaces. Reviews at Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus), Rittenhouse Village Gahanna, Stone Oak Retirement Community, and The Coventry frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities. Residents appreciate the attention to detail in both their private apartments and common ...
Read more
Accessible social areas for residents. At Verena at Hilliard, Brookdale Trillium Crossing, and StoryPoint Gahanna, residents enjoy the communal areas like libraries, craft rooms, and outdoor patios. These spaces provide opportunities for socializing and relaxation.
Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Reviews at StoryPoint Grove City, StoryPoint Powell South, and Homestead Village mention the helpfulness of the staff in addressing residents' needs. Whether it's arranging transportation, offering assistance with daily tasks, or accommodating dietary restrictions, staff go above and beyon ...
Read more
Delicious, nutritious meals. Throughout reviews at Cherry Blossom Senior Living, StoryPoint Powell South, Brookdale Trillium Crossing, and Stone Oak Retirement Community, residents consistently mention the high quality of the food. Chefs cater to individual dietary needs and preferences, ensuring every meal is enjoy ...
Read more
AI generated from the text of family reviews

Elmwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elmwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elmwood, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elmwood independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elmwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elmwood, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.3%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
21%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.7%
6.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Elmwood independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elmwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elmwood, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.2%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
23.7%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
14.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Elmwood independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Elmwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elmwood, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
32.7%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.6%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.1%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.1%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.1%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.6%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.2%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
32.7%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
19.8%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.1%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.1%
40%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Carroll Place, Danbury of Columbus and StoryPoint Pickerington are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elmwood, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 243 independent living facilities near Elmwood, Ohio. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Elmwood, Ohio are Danbury of Columbus, StoryPoint Pickerington and StoryPoint Gahanna. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top